The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 17 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
Of the 11 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Zurich HB every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EuroCity 15011:103h17Milan Centrale14:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 3618:103h17Milan Centrale21:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2820:103h17Milan Centrale23:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 107:103h17Milan Centrale10:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2216:103h17Milan Centrale19:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 15011:103h17Milan Centrale14:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 3618:103h17Milan Centrale21:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2820:103h17Milan Centrale23:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 107:103h17Milan Centrale10:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2216:103h17Milan Centrale19:27Zurich HB£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Milan Centrale to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 216 km
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Live departures
Milan Centrale to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EuroCity 10 | 7:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 10:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 12 | 8:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 11:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 14 | 9:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 12:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 150 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 14:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 16 | 13:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 16:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 20 | 15:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 22 | 16:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 19:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 24 | 17:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 20:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 36 | 18:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 126 | 19:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 22:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 28 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 23:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB
Trains from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 18:10 |
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Train companies: Trenitalia, DSB, EuroCity, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB trainsTrenitalia, DSB, EuroCity, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Trenord trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Zurich HB from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan Centrale to Zurich HB train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Zurich HB by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan Centrale and Zurich HB
Most Milan Centrale to Zurich HB trains use the Milano Centrale to Zürich HB station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Zurich HB train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB train station facilities and services
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
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